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In a move stirring fresh debate around media independence and political pressure, Brendan Carr, Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), publicly endorsed former President Donald Trump’s call for NBC to dismiss late-night host Seth Meyers.
The controversy ignited after Trump took to Truth Social, leveling sharp criticism at Meyers. Trump’s post accused the host of suffering from “Trump Derangement Syndrome (TDS),” lambasting his recent performance as an “uncontrollable rage” and his program as a “Ratings DISASTER.” The former president concluded his fiery statement by asserting Meyers’ lack of talent and demanding his immediate termination from NBC.
Trump’s strong reaction followed a week where Meyers consistently lampooned him in his monologues. The comedian’s recent targets included Trump’s proposals on healthcare, potential government shutdowns, the idea of a 50-year mortgage, a dinner with finance executives, and the ongoing discussions surrounding the Jeffrey Epstein files.
Shortly after Trump’s post went live, Carr reposted the former president’s message on his X account. While Carr offered no direct comment, his public amplification of such a demand from a federal regulator raises eyebrows, especially given his past actions concerning other late-night personalities.
This public endorsement echoes a previous incident where Carr seemingly threatened action against ABC following controversial remarks made by Jimmy Kimmel in September. During an appearance on Benny Johnson’s podcast on September 17, Carr explicitly stated, “We can do this the easy way or the hard way,” suggesting “remedies we can look at” if broadcasters didn’t “change conduct” regarding Kimmel. Just hours after Carr’s remarks, two major broadcasting stations, Nexstar and Sinclair, temporarily pulled “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” from airing on several of their affiliate groups, as well as ABC. The show eventually returned to air on September 23.
The FCC, an independent agency of the United States government, regulates interstate and international communications by radio, television, wire, satellite, and cable. A public official in Carr’s position endorsing the firing of a TV host for political commentary sparks significant discussion about freedom of speech, broadcast regulation, and the appropriate boundaries of government influence over media content.
The incident involving Seth Meyers, Donald Trump, and Brendan Carr adds another layer to the ongoing dialogue about political satire, media accountability, and the role of regulatory bodies in the ever-evolving landscape of American television.
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